Putin’s Demands Spark Elusiveness in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

Russia has presented a “memorandum” outlining its conditions for a ceasefire and comprehensive treaty with Ukraine, but the proposals remain maximalist and non-negotiable. The document demands Ukraine withdraw from four annexed regions, halt mobilization efforts, and limit its military size. Key points of Russia’s conditions include: – A 30-day truce in exchange for Ukrainian withdrawal … Read more

Measles Spreads Through Air Travel Amid Summer Travel Season

As summer travel season begins in the US, concerns are growing about the spread of measles on airplanes. At least 62 people with measles have traveled on planes this year, infecting one person. Being fully vaccinated is key to protecting yourself. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2025/06/02/measles-travel-vaccine-planes

California Expands Film Tax Credit Amid Job Losses

California lawmakers have approved an expansion of the film and TV tax credit program, citing job creation as its main goal. The $750 million increase is expected to generate 40-50% more direct employment, or around 4,400 to 5,500 jobs. However, experts disagree on the program’s impact on job losses in California’s entertainment industry. The state … Read more

Shiloh Jolie Ditches Name, Embraces Solo Identity

Shiloh Jolie, 19, is rebranding herself as simply “Shi” after attending a French designer capsule launch with Net-A-Porter. The teen’s name change comes after she dropped “Pitt” from her surname in 2024, leaving her with the hyphen-free “Jolie.” This isn’t her first identity evolution; younger sister Vivienne also made public changes to her own name … Read more

Streaming Services Banned in Specific Regions

Streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video have been blocked in certain regions due to copyright disputes and licensing agreements. The ban affects residents of countries like India, Australia, and others. The restrictions are primarily aimed at protecting the rights of content creators and maintaining fair compensation for their work. In some … Read more

Nvidia Surges Past Microsoft to Become World’s Most Valuable Company Again

Nvidia surpassed Microsoft on Tuesday with a market cap of $3.45 trillion, reclaiming its title as the world’s most valuable publicly traded company. The artificial intelligence chipmaker saw its shares rise 3% to $141.40, driven by strong quarterly earnings and continued demand for its AI chips. Nvidia’s growth is attributed to its AI-enabled products, which … Read more